Art Top 5: October 2017

1Revolution Every DaySmart Museum of ArtOn the centennial of the Russian Revolution, a sharply-researched show exhibits Soviet graphic art, experimental film and other post-Soviet work focusing on the experiences of women under and after communism.

2Hebru BrantleyElmhurst Art MuseumThis Chicago native and creator of the well-known “Chi-Boy” mural on South Wabash lands at home with a major show of new work.

3Gerald WilliamsKavi Gupta Gallery
The first solo exhibition of the paintings, drawings and collages of AfriCOBRA co-founder Gerald Williams in over two decades.

4Jaume PlensaRichard Gray Gallery Warehouse
The Spanish artist who once brought big heads to Millennium Park shows new sculptures and drawings at Gray Gallery’s new West Side warehouse.